Candy Apple Slices Peanut Butter (Printable)

Crisp apple slices coated in caramel and drizzled with creamy peanut butter for a delightful snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 large crisp apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp

→ Caramel Coating

02 - 1 cup soft caramel candies, unwrapped
03 - 2 tablespoons heavy cream

→ Peanut Butter Drizzle

04 - 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter
05 - 1 tablespoon coconut oil or butter

→ Toppings

06 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
07 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
08 - Sea salt for sprinkling

# How to Make It:

01 - Wash and dry apples thoroughly. Slice each apple into 1/2-inch thick rounds, removing seeds and cores. Pat slices dry with paper towels to help caramel adhere.
02 - Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and arrange apple slices in a single layer.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, melt caramel candies with heavy cream, stirring until smooth. Remove from heat.
04 - Dip or spoon caramel over one side of each apple slice, spreading evenly. Place coated slices back on the parchment-lined tray.
05 - In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and coconut oil. Microwave in 15-second bursts, stirring after each, until melted and smooth.
06 - Drizzle the peanut butter mixture over the caramel-coated apple slices.
07 - Immediately sprinkle with desired toppings including peanuts, chocolate chips, and sea salt.
08 - Chill in the refrigerator for 10 to 15 minutes to set before serving.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • No stick required—these are bite-sized and way less messy than traditional candy apples.
  • Takes barely twenty minutes from start to finish, making it perfect for last-minute cravings or unexpected guests.
  • The peanut butter and caramel combination tastes like a fancy dessert but feels completely approachable.
02 -
  • If your caramel gets too thick while coating, pop it back on low heat for ten seconds with another splash of cream—don't let it seize up and become grainy.
  • The drier your apple slices are, the better the coatings will stick; this is non-negotiable and worth the extra paper towel step.
03 -
  • Make these the day you plan to eat them; they're best when the caramel still has a bit of give and hasn't hardened completely.
  • If you're making them for a crowd, slice and dry your apples ahead of time, then coat them just before serving so everything stays crisp and beautiful.
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